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  • Pink Manners Obedient Plant

    Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners'

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    $3467

  • Cannova® Bronze Orange Canna Lily

    Canna x generalis 'Bronze Orange'

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    (3)
    $4429

  • High Contrast Lungwort

    Pulmonaria ‘High Contrast’ PP12,337

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    $3939
  • Gemo St. Johns Wort (Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Gemo St. Johns Wort

    Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo'

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    $5904

  • Tiger Eyes® Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac

    Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger' PP16185

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    $9907
  • Nectar Ninja Hyssop (Hyssopus 'Scentastic Blue'), a plant featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Nectar Ninja Hyssop

    Hyssopus 'Scentastic Blue'

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    $4396

  • Bedazzled Pink Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox hybrid ‘Bedazzled Pink’ PP32,063

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    $3464

  • Ohio Spiderwort

    Tradescantia ohiensis

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    $3485

  • Oregold Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'TANolg'

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    $8874

  • Jazz Hands Bold® Chinese Fringe Flower

    Loropetalum chinense 'Kurobi'

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    $2679

  • Georgia Peach Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Georgia Peach'

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    $4380

  • Angelina Sedum

    Sedum rupestre 'Angelina'

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    $2960

  • Beautiful Wood Fern

    Dryopteris pulcherrima

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    $3569
  • Clapp's Favorite European Pear Tree (Pyrus communis 'Clapp's Favorite'), a tree featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Clapp's Favorite European Pear Tree

    Pyrus communis 'Clapp's Favorite'

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    $7163
  • Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Lucerne'), a perennial featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass

    Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Lucerne'

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    $3294

  • Haas Halo Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Haas Halo'

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    $8192
  • WorryFree® Love-A-Lot™ Pink Hydrangea Tree (Hydrangea paniculata 'Bokropiav'), a tree featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    WorryFree® Love-A-Lot™ Pink Hydrangea Tree

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Love-A-Lot'

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    $14728

  • Prairie Splendor™ Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Splendor'

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    $3859

  • Black Hills Spruce Tree

    Picea glauca 'Densata' var. densata

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    $4212

  • FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'BAIful' PP35,613

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    $8825

  • Amazing Daisies® Daisy May® Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum x superbum 'Daisy Duke'

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    $3429

  • The Blues Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'

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    $5880

  • Bali™ Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minfren'

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    $5830
  • Kismet® Red Coneflower (Echinacea x 'TNECHKRD' PP29,743), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Kismet® Red Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKRD' PP29,743

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    $3831

  • Blue Stocking Bee Balm

    Monarda 'Blaustrumpf'

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    $3045

  • Pugster White® Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'SMNBDW'

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  • Scentlandia® Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'SMNIVDFC'

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    $2614

  • Paw Paw

    Asimina triloba

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    $12931

  • Clarence Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Clarence'

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    $4960

  • Estrellita Little Star® Firecracker Bush

    Bouvardia x 'WINBUESLST'

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    $2663

Zone 8 Plants, Trees & Shrubs

Zone 8 Plants: Warm-Climate Gardening at Its Best

USDA Hardiness Zone 8 covers the heart of the Sun Belt, with average annual minimums between 10°F and 20°F. From the Deep South and Gulf Coast through central Texas, the Southwest, and the mild Pacific Northwest coast, Zone 8 gardens enjoy long, warm growing seasons with mild winters that rarely threaten established plants.

This collection includes every heat-tolerant and Zone 8-rated plant in our inventory. From drought-resistant landscaping staples to tropical-look showpieces, Zone 8 gardeners have access to an extraordinary range of plants that thrive in warm conditions.

What Thrives in Zone 8?

Heat tolerant trees define Zone 8 landscapes. Crape Myrtles, Live Oaks, Southern Magnolias, Bald Cypress, and ornamental Palms provide shade, structure, and year-round beauty. Heat tolerant fruit trees including Citrus (Satsuma, Meyer Lemon), Fig, Peach, and Pecan are highly productive here.

Drought tolerant shrubs are essential for Zone 8's hot summers. Loropetalum, Nandina, Indian Hawthorn, Oleander, and native grasses like Muhly Grass and Gulf Muhly thrive with minimal supplemental water once established. Evergreen screening with Wax Myrtle, Holly, and Privet provides year-round privacy.

Heat tolerant perennials including Lantana, Salvia, Hibiscus, Daylilies, and ornamental grasses deliver color through the long growing season. Full sun performers are particularly important in Zone 8 landscapes.

Zone 8 Gardening Tips

Plant in fall through early spring for best results. Zone 8 summers can stress newly planted stock, so avoid July-August planting when possible. Mulch heavily to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures. Choose drought-tolerant varieties to reduce water needs during peak summer heat.

FAQ's for Buying Zone 8 Plants FAQs Online

What is USDA Hardiness Zone 8?
Zone 8 is defined by average annual minimum temperatures between 10°F and 20°F. It covers the Deep South, Gulf Coast, central Texas, the Southwest, and the Pacific Northwest coast. Zone 8 gardens enjoy long warm seasons with mild winters.

What are the best drought tolerant trees for Zone 8?
Top drought-tolerant Zone 8 trees include Crape Myrtle, Live Oak, Bald Cypress, Desert Willow, Vitex (Chaste Tree), and Chinese Pistache. These establish deep root systems and handle Zone 8 heat and periodic drought with minimal supplemental watering.

Can you grow citrus in Zone 8?
Yes. Hardy citrus varieties like Satsuma Mandarin, Meyer Lemon, and Kumquat are well-suited to Zone 8. Plant in a sheltered south-facing location and provide frost protection during occasional hard freezes. Zone 8b is generally more reliable for citrus than 8a.

When should I plant in Zone 8?
Fall through early spring (October-March) is the ideal planting window in Zone 8. This allows root establishment during cool, mild months before summer heat arrives. Avoid planting during July and August when heat stress can damage newly planted stock.

What are heat tolerant shrubs for Zone 8?
Excellent heat-tolerant Zone 8 shrubs include Loropetalum, Nandina, Indian Hawthorn, Oleander, Abelia, Vitex, and Wax Myrtle. Native grasses like Muhly Grass and Fountain Grass are also outstanding choices for low-water, heat-loving landscapes.
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